Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - Days
Company: Houston Methodist Hospital
Location: Pearland
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
At Houston Methodist, the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
position is responsible for assessing patients and developing the
therapy plan of care. This position provides education to patients,
patient's family members, and/or caregivers and collaborates with
other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution
and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals. As a
member of the interprofessional care team providing direct patient
care, the SLP position has responsibility to deliver exceptional
patient care with adherence to safety standards and guidelines to
ensure optimal patient safety, customer service, and optimum
patient outcomes.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are
essential functions of the job.
PEOPLE - 20%
SERVICE - 25%
QUALITY/SAFETY - 25%
FINANCE - 15%
GROWTH/INNOVATION - 15%
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
o Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body
for the required credential(s) indicated below in the
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
o None
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
o Texas Speech Language Pathologist License or eligible for
temporary Texas Speech Language Pathologist License - must obtain
licensure within 90 days of employment. Compact license acceptable
according to current Board requirements
o Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology
(CCC-SLP) by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
(ASHA)
o American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
o Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations
o Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
o Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
o Competent assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills
as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role
components
o Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills
with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of
excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians
and co-workers
o Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in
interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and
patients and their families
o Possesses comprehensive computer knowledge; operates multiple
computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment
o Demonstrates professional and technical competence in the
selection, evaluation, utilization of treatment plans
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Work Attire Yes/No
Uniform No
Scrubs Yes
Business professional No
Other (dept approved) Yes
On-Call* No
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (i.e. Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc) regardless
of selection above.
Travel**
May require travel within No
Houston Metropolitan area
May require travel outside No
of Houston Metropolitan area
**Travel specifications may vary by department.
Please note any other special considerations to this job:
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Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World
Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas (two-way tie) and one of
America's "Best Hospitals." As a full-service, acute-care hospital
located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of
Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation's largest
nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical
research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston
Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among the nation's
leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New
York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations
with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. With
948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more than 8,400
employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for
thousands of patients from around the world.
Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of
women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which
Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not
engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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